Concept explainers
(a)
Interpretation:
An equation for the response of a
Concept Introduction:
Buffer:
A buffer is an aqueous solution containing substances that prevent major changes in the value of the pH when small amounts of acid or base are added to it.
In other words, a buffer system is composed of a weak acid and its conjugate base.
Buffers contain two active chemical species:
- a substance to react with and remove added base.
- a substance to react with and remove added acid.
Buffer action:
Buffering actions are the reactions that take place in the buffer system with the addition of a small amount of acid or base.
(b)
Interpretation:
An equation for the response of a
Concept Introduction:
Buffer:
A buffer is an aqueous solution containing substances that prevent major changes in the value of the pH when small amounts of acid or base are added to it.
In other words, a buffer system is composed of a weak acid and its conjugate base.
Buffers contain two active chemical species:
- a substance to react with and remove added base.
- a substance to react with and remove added acid.
Buffer action:
Buffering actions are the reactions that take place in the buffer system with the addition of a small amount of acid or base.
(c)
Interpretation:
An equation for the response of a
Concept Introduction:
Buffer:
A buffer is an aqueous solution containing substances that prevent major changes in the value of the pH when small amounts of acid or base are added to it.
In other words, a buffer system is composed of a weak acid and its conjugate base.
Buffers contain two active chemical species:
- a substance to react with and remove added base.
- a substance to react with and remove added acid.
Buffer action:
Buffering actions are the reactions that take place in the buffer system with the addition of a small amount of acid or base.
(d)
Interpretation:
An equation for the response of a
Concept Introduction:
Buffer:
A buffer is an aqueous solution containing substances that prevent major changes in the value of the pH when small amounts of acid or base are added to it.
In other words, a buffer system is composed of a weak acid and its conjugate base.
Buffers contain two active chemical species:
- a substance to react with and remove added base.
- a substance to react with and remove added acid.
Buffer action:
Buffering actions are the reactions that take place in the buffer system with the addition of a small amount of acid or base.
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